The Hobart Hurricanes will again step onto Bellerive Oval during the Big Bash League's First Nations matches wearing a kit designed by renowned Aboriginal artist, Sharnie Read.
A Palawa woman from Trawlwoolway Country in Tasmania's north-east, Ms Read has designed the club's past three First Nations kits, with the Hurricanes saying the design set to feature in WBBL|11 and BBL|15 "sits right at the top of her list of favourites".
Ms Read's design draws inspiration from ancient cave and rock paintings which symbolise the forces of nature. These are surrounded by rippling effects, a visual reflection of the movement and aftermath of a hurricane and interwoven with native gum in ochre tones.
"It's a design that represents power," Ms Read said. "It's basically an echoing or rhythm from Country that also represents the forces of nature, the energy and the power that comes from a hurricane."
Having designed jerseys for local rugby clubs, the Tasmania JackJumpers and the Hurricanes, Ms Read said this season's Hobart Hurricanes First Nations strip "would definitely be up there".
"I think it's really representative, especially with the ochre through it," she said. "The orange in the design symbolises ochre, which is the blood of Country.
"You wear it on your skin as a way of showing respect to Country and to Aboriginal culture."
Ms Read's design "beautifully captures the deep connection between sport, culture and nature," the Hurricanes said, the club going on to say the design "is a way of showing deep respect" for Tasmanian Aboriginal people.
"When our players wear this kit, they carry a story of connection, strength and respect," the club said.
"It serves as a powerful reminder that, just like a hurricane, true energy comes from the unity of many forces moving together."
Ms Read's design is now available to purchase online.
2025-26 Hobart Hurricanes First Nations Round matches
WBBL|11: Monday 1 December, v Melbourne Stars, Ninja Stadium, Hobart
BBL:15: Friday 9 January, v Adelaide Strikers, Ninja Stadium, Hobart
